Honduras
Serving San Pedro Sula since 2009.
Honduras
Serving San Pedro Sula since 2009.
Honduras
1,497 Families
Impacted Last Year
Imagine waking up daily knowing that you must survive on less than $5.50 a day. That is the reality for 4.8 million people in Honduras, a country with one of the highest populations living in extreme poverty in Central America.
High unemployment and a vastly unequal distribution of wealth have only added to the struggles of the Honduran people. The COVID-19 pandemic and two devastating hurricanes in 2020 have only worsened matters, delaying much-needed economic recovery efforts that are still facing these communities today.
But there is hope. Mentors International has been working tirelessly since 2009 to help individuals and families in Honduras turn generational poverty into sustainable self-reliance. Through mentoring, training, and micro-loans, people are improving their incomes, paying off their debts, and increasing their savings.
These individuals and families are not only starting businesses and finding employment, but they are also spreading prosperity throughout their local communities. They are making a difference in the lives of those around them, even in the face of uncertain times.
With your compassion and support, Mentors International can continue its important work and positively impact the lives of those living in extreme poverty.
Continue reading to learn more about our amazing team and the people we serve in Honduras.
Honduras
1,497 Families
Impacted Last Year
Imagine waking up daily knowing that you must survive on less than $5.50 a day. That is the reality for 4.8 million people in Honduras, a country with one of the highest populations living in extreme poverty in Central America.
High unemployment and a vastly unequal distribution of wealth have only added to the struggles of the Honduran people. The COVID-19 pandemic and two devastating hurricanes in 2020 have only worsened matters, delaying much-needed economic recovery efforts that are still facing these communities today.
But there is hope. Mentors International has been working tirelessly since 2009 to help individuals and families in Honduras turn generational poverty into sustainable self-reliance. Through mentoring, training, and micro-loans, people are improving their incomes, paying off their debts, and increasing their savings.
These individuals and families are not only starting businesses and finding employment, but they are also spreading prosperity throughout their local communities. They are making a difference in the lives of those around them, even in the face of uncertain times.
With your compassion and support, Mentors International can continue its important work and positively impact the lives of those living in extreme poverty.
Continue reading to learn more about our amazing team and the people we serve in Honduras.
Honduras
1,497 Families Impacted Last Year
Imagine waking up daily knowing that you must survive on less than $5.50 a day. That is the reality for 4.8 million people in Honduras, a country with one of the highest populations living in extreme poverty in Central America.
High unemployment and a vastly unequal distribution of wealth have only added to the struggles of the Honduran people. The COVID-19 pandemic and two devastating hurricanes in 2020 have only worsened matters, delaying much-needed economic recovery efforts that are still facing these communities today.
But there is hope. Mentors International has been working tirelessly since 2009 to help individuals and families in Honduras turn generational poverty into sustainable self-reliance. Through mentoring, training, and micro-loans, people are improving their incomes, paying off their debts, and increasing their savings.
These individuals and families are not only starting businesses and finding employment, but they are also spreading prosperity throughout their local communities. They are making a difference in the lives of those around them, even in the face of uncertain times.
With your compassion and support, Mentors International can continue its important work and positively impact the lives of those living in extreme poverty.
Continue reading to learn more about our amazing team and the people we serve in Honduras.
Honduras
Center for Education and Mentoring in San Pedro Sula
At our Center for Education and Mentoring, students receive business and vocational training in:
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Entrepreneurial Training |
Graphic Design |
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English |
Sales/Customer Service |
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Computer Skills |
Personal Leadership |
Students pay for their classes by performing 40 hours of approved community service. In 2022 they performed a combined total of 26,030 hours of community service.
Honduras
Center for Education and Mentoring
in San Pedro Sula
At our Center for Education and Mentoring, students receive business and vocational training in:
|
Entrepreneurial Training |
Graphic Design |
|
English |
Sales/Customer Service |
|
Computer Skills |
Personal Leadership |
Students pay for their classes by performing 40 hours of approved community service. In 2021 they performed a combined total of 37,300 hours of community service.
Honduras
Center for Education and Mentoring in San Pedro Sula
At our Center for Education and Mentoring, students receive business and vocational training in:
|
Entrepreneurial Training |
Graphic Design |
|
English |
Sales/Customer Service |
|
Computer Skills |
Personal Leadership |
Students pay for their classes by performing 40 hours of approved community service. In 2022 they performed a combined total of 26,030 hours of community service.
Local Leadership
Local Leadership
Executive Director
Otoniel Manley
Otoniel Manley is a creative engineer who loves to solve problems. His goal is to surpass each and every goal in his life. He is an optimistic believer and a natural entrepreneur. Before Mentors Honduras, Manley worked as General Manager in a family business, and also as Logistics and Production Manager in a screen printing plant. He more than doubled productivity in every case. Born and raised in a poor environment himself, he was able to receive excellent academic and spiritual education which has prepared his mind and heart to serve and understand Mentors’ Honduras clients.
Center for Education and Mentoring Director
Denis Turcios Mendoza
Denis Turcios has been associated with our organization since 2004. He is an experienced Mentor and currently serves as the Director of the San Pedro Sula Center for Education and Mentoring.
His previous experiences include Financial Analyst for ‘Parque Industrial Caracol Knits’, Department Manager of the “Costos Coaba de Honduras’, Public Accountant for the International Department of ‘Banco Sogerin’, Instructor in Starting New Businesses, Accounting, Finances, Marketing and English as a Second Language.
Denis graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Universidad Tecnológica de Honduras in Business Administration, and also has a degree from the Universidad Cristiana Evangélica Nuevo Milenio in Education. He is also a Certified Public Accountant.
Denis is married to Karen, and they have one daughter.
Program Manager
Nora Maricel Gonzales
Nora Maricel Gonzales graduated from the National Autonomous University of Honduras Law School. She is a registered member of the Honorable Bar Association of Honduras. She is grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Mentors Honduras team. She loves being able to use her skills to contribute to the development of the people and the country which she loves dearly. She feels like she has been blessed greatly both personally and professionally through her work with Mentors Honduras.
Executive Director
Otoniel Manley
Otoniel Manley is a creative engineer who loves to solve problems. His goal is to surpass each and every goal in his life. He is an optimistic believer and a natural entrepreneur. Before Mentors Honduras, Manley worked as General Manager in a family business, and also as Logistics and Production Manager in a screen printing plant. He more than doubled productivity in every case. Born and raised in a poor environment himself, he was able to receive excellent academic and spiritual education which has prepared his mind and heart to serve and understand Mentors’ Honduras clients.
Center for Education and Mentoring Director
Denis Turcios Mendoza
Denis Turcios has been associated with our organization since 2004. He is an experienced Mentor and currently serves as the Director of the San Pedro Sula Center for Education and Mentoring.
His previous experiences include Financial Analyst for ‘Parque Industrial Caracol Knits’, Department Manager of the “Costos Coaba de Honduras’, Public Accountant for the International Department of ‘Banco Sogerin’, Instructor in Starting New Businesses, Accounting, Finances, Marketing and English as a Second Language.
Denis graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Universidad Tecnológica de Honduras in Business Administration, and also has a degree from the Universidad Cristiana Evangélica Nuevo Milenio in Education. He is also a Certified Public Accountant.
Denis is married to Karen, and they have one daughter.
Program Manager
Nora Maricel Gonzales
Nora Maricel Gonzales graduated from the National Autonomous University of Honduras Law School. She is a registered member of the Honorable Bar Association of Honduras. She is grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Mentors Honduras team. She loves being able to use her skills to contribute to the development of the people and the country which she loves dearly. She feels like she has been blessed greatly both personally and professionally through her work with Mentors Honduras.
2022 Impact in Honduras
2022 Impact in Honduras
2022 Impact in Honduras
1,307 Mentoring sessions |
676 Graduates from vocational trianing programs |
804 Small Loans were given |
88% average Increase in income |
75% Average Increase in personal savings |
43% Average Decrease in personal consumer debt |
